Hospital plans 'Walk to Remember'

McCook, Neb. -- Community Hospital of McCook is sponsoring a Walk to Remember on Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3 p.m. at Community Hospital, according to Obstetrics Coordinator, Brandi Renner, R.N.

Walk to Remember is dedicated to babies who have died due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and infant death, she said. It is not a fundraiser but is for the hearts and minds of families who have suffered a loss. All are invited to gather in memory of the children they love and lost.

"Many parents have said that participating in a Walk to Remember is a special way of keeping their baby's memory alive in their hearts. This does not have to be a recent loss or a loss at Community Hospital. All are welcome," Renner said.

Participants will meet in Community Hospital's Healing Garden, 1301 East H Street, McCook, for a short memorial service and placement of a plaque. Concluding the service, they will take a brief walk near the hospital and finish with refreshments.

Walks to Remember are held in many communities each October in conjunction with October's National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.